HOUSE-MADE SYRUPS

FRESH, DAILY CREAM TOPS

ENJOY ICED,
AL FRESCO

CEREMONIAL-GRADE MATCHA

Hello Oxford! We’re serving up the best matcha you’ve ever had, outta this matchbox-sized space.

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A sign advertising a new matcha frozen dessert called Freeze, made with oat milk, served in a 12 oz cup for $6.00. The sign has a blue background, with a green oval in the top left corner with 'NEW!' written inside, and the main text is in cream and dark green, with emphasis on 'Matcha Freeze'.

SUMMER SPECIAL

Hours & Location

HOURS

Mon Closed
Tue Closed
Wed 9am - 3pm
Thu 9am - 3pm
Fri 9am - 3pm
Sat 9am - 3pm
Sun 9am - 1pm

OPEN till SOLD OUT!

Tucked beside the historic Lyric Theatre in a small brick alley (we call the Lyric Mews), you can find our quaint service window. Get in line and catch up with friends —we'll be whiskin’ away!

Matchbox Matcha at Lyric Mews, a brick-lined outdoor alley in Oxford, Mississippi. There are potted plants, including ferns and flowering plants, and a menu stand near a door with a green and white striped awning.

1006 Van Buren Ave, Oxford, MS 38655

 

DELICIOUS & CEREMONIAL

What’s the buzz?

Matcha is finely stone-ground green tea made from specially grown leaves. Unlike steeped tea, you're drinking the entire leaf, creating a smooth, vibrant cup with natural caffeine, antioxidants, and a calm, steady energy. The taste is fresh, earthy, and packed with an unexpectedly creamy flavor. At Matchbox, we start with ceremonial-grade (meaning of the highest quality), and we pair it with seasonal, house-made syrups, fresh cream tops, and always serve em whisked-to-order.

Several cups of green Matchbox Matcha drinks with ice and colorful straws in a black plastic tray, placed on a blue denim surface inside a vehicle.
Close-up photo of a red sign with white text that reads 'Matchbox Matcha' and various directional instructions, set against a brick wall and surrounded by green plants and pink flowers.
Matcha Freeze, Matchbox Matcha's frozen matcha dessert, served outside in Oxford, Mississippi.
Three women are standing outside at an restaurant or cafe with a brick wall, green plants and flowers, string lights, and striped green and white awning overhead.
Close-up of a matcha latte in a clear glass cup with layers of dark purple, white, and green, on a white surface.
A brick wall with hanging lush green fern plants, a row of green stools, with colorful flowering plants, and a few people walking by in the background.
A menu board with a green background listing matcha drinks and prices, positioned against a brick wall. The menu includes options like Matcha Classic, Mango Matcha, Matcha Cloud, Matcha Blush, Blue Coco Matcha, and Matcha-nade Spritz.
Close-up view of multiple Matchbox Matcha product packaging with red, green, and white colors, featuring the text "Matchbox Matcha" and "Made in Oxford".
Close-up of a person wearing a white shirt with a sticker that says "Matchbox Matcha was my first" in a red heart shape, and a cup of green matcha drink with a black straw in the foreground.
Matchbox Matcha owner, Morgan Pennington, in a pink shirt with a Polo logo is preparing a beverage in a kitchen. There are various kitchen utensils and ingredients on the counter, including a bowl with green tea, a container with a drink, and a pen.

OUR STORY

Whisked Away

Hi! My name is Morgan, and I fell in love with matcha years ago, not just because of it’s unique flavor and incredible taste… but because of how it really brings people together.

Somewhere between whisking drinks, chatting across the counter, and watching this tiny alley fill up every day, Matchbox has become so much bigger than I ever imagined. From the daily visitors to watching someone try matcha for the very first time, the interaction with so many folks has become my favorite part of the job.

I named it Matchbox Matcha because I promise it’s the best darn matcha you’ll ever have outta this tiny little matchbox-sized space. And I hope when you stop on by, that you find your matcha not just delicious, but memorable in the way that makes our community just a little brighter, lighter, and filled with warmth.

Hope to whisk one up for you soon.

Two women, one with dark hair and the other with glasses and dark hair, are standing in a narrow outdoor alleyway with brick walls on either side. They are smiling and looking at a menu board. There is a large green leafy plant with pink and white flowers in the foreground. String lights are hanging overhead, and a staircase is visible at the far end of the alley.
Red heart with the text "Matchbox Was My First" in white font inside.

Love Matchbox?

We’d love to be a part of your next event.

Have a question about our seasonal menus, want to bring Matchbox to an event, or have an idea for a collaboration? Fill out the form below and our team will be delighted to get back to you.

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  • Hosting a market, wedding weekend, grand opening, or community event? We'll pack up our tiny matcha experience and bring it to you. It's everything people love about Matchbox—just outside the alley.

  • Got an idea? We love partnering with Ole Miss organizations, local businesses, and creative people who love bringing the community together.

  • We love showing up for the people and places that make Oxford feel like home. From campus happenings and student organizations to local events and community moments, if you think Matchbox would be a good fit, we’d love to hear about it.

For other inquiries or just to say hi, you can reach us directly at:

matchboxmatchaoxford@gmail.com

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Hand holding an iced Matchbox Matcha drink among green ferns at Lyric Mews in Oxford.